To ensure all mite eggs have been eliminated treatment needs to continue for a minimum of 3 weeks. If using a single use product such as Revolution one dose is often enough to get rid of an ear mite infection but it will still take up to three or four weeks for the infection to completely clear up.
What happens if ear mites go untreated?
The most common type of ear mite is Otodectes cynotis, which live in the ear canal and feed by piercing the thin skin. This causes severe itching and, if left untreated, can cause bacterial infections, swelling of the ear canal and eventually partial or total deafness.
Are ear mites permanent?
There is a cure for ear mites. Medication can resolve your cat's symptoms and eliminate mites, as long as you follow the instructions and treat for the prescribed amount of time.
Why won't ear mites go away?
The pests are easily spread from animal to animal, and they are tough to get rid of once established, since their eggs are hardy. Their scratchings leave the surface of the ear canal more prone to infection, and if left untreated for a long time, the damage they leave behind can spell trouble for years to come.
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